University of Texas Beat Writer- Austin, TX

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Company: Austin American-Statesman
Position:
Seeking University of Texas athletics beat
writer
Location:
Austin, Texas
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires:
April 11, 2014
Job ID: 1569210

Description:

Are you ready to be one of the vital members of our sports team? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? If so, we are looking for you.

The Austin American-Statesman, a subsidiary of family-owned Cox Newspapers, is seeking a writer whose main duties are to cover the University of Texas athletics department. The right candidate will collaborate with the lead UT writer and editors in creating rich content for the print and web products.

The position requires a writer who is adept at using social media and video as a core part of our coverage. We seek someone with a news curiosity and the ability to storytell vividly.

The top applicant will be a self-starter comfortable taking direction from editors and is prepared to work nights and weekends as required. At least five years of professional experience in sports or the equivalent are required.

Anyone interested should send a cover letter, resume, samples (or links) of your work to [email protected].

 

[RonClements]

This would be a great gig.

 

[MeanGreenATO]

If I had about three more years of experience, I would have applied for this already. Not only is the Statesman a quality paper, but it's in Austin. No-brainer to apply for this one.

 

[Mark2010]

If I had about three more years of experience, I would have applied for this already. Not only is the Statesman a quality paper, but it's in Austin. No-brainer to apply for this one.

To each their own. But if the job sounds appealing, go ahead and apply. The worst they can say is "no". All it costs is a few minutes of your time. Maybe not even a stamp anymore.

 

[MeanGreenATO]

If I had about three more years of experience, I would have applied for this already. Not only is the Statesman a quality paper, but it's in Austin. No-brainer to apply for this one.

To each their own. But if the job sounds appealing, go ahead and apply. The worst they can say is "no". All it costs is a few minutes of your time. Maybe not even a stamp anymore.

This was all the motivation I needed. Once again, I owe SJ for making a career decision. If everybody could pretend this post didn't exist and lose their resumes for a few weeks, it'd be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Mark2010]

If I had about three more years of experience, I would have applied for this already. Not only is the Statesman a quality paper, but it's in Austin. No-brainer to apply for this one.

To each their own. But if the job sounds appealing, go ahead and apply. The worst they can say is "no". All it costs is a few minutes of your time. Maybe not even a stamp anymore.

This was all the motivation I needed. Once again, I owe SJ for making a career decision.

Seriously, mate, I wish you well. You might just happen to be exactly what they are looking for. So often we tend to sell ourselves short. Give it a shot and even if you don't land it this time, it can lead to other possibilities.

 

[TopSpin]

If I had about three more years of experience, I would have applied for this already. Not only is the Statesman a quality paper, but it's in Austin. No-brainer to apply for this one.

To each their own. But if the job sounds appealing, go ahead and apply. The worst they can say is "no". All it costs is a few minutes of your time. Maybe not even a stamp anymore.

I agree with Mark. Never disqualify yourself; let them tell you no. If anything, they may see you have what it takes and could overlook the lack of experience.

 

[joe_schmoe]

I wish more people would take Mark's advice. NEVER disqualify yourself for a job opening. Sure thousands of people may apply and 1000 may be more qualified than you, but let them make that decision if the job looks appealing. I've been in this biz long enough to know that some people I thought had no chance to get some gigs end up in them and some well-qualified candidates never even hear their phone ring on some gigs.
You never know why...maybe the hiring manager loses the other 1000 an you are all that he has. Or more likely yours is one of the first he looks at when he starts sorting and it just sticks out to him as after going through the other 1000, everything starts to look the same.
Who knows.
That being said, don't bother applying. This gig is mine.

 

[steveu]

Joe: You're hired!

What he said. Some editors may think you're not right for one job... but another one comes along and he or she has your resume. One door closes, another one opens.

 

[Riptide]

In this age of bull****, the Austin paper still does things right. And top to bottom, from what I've seen. It's a good paper and a smart paper, and the people who work there have their heads on straight. Well-managed and well-executed every day, and that's hard to find at the bigger papers anymore.

So go for it if you're interested. The Austin newsroom is aggressive and talented.

 

[Mark2010]

The whole hiring bit has always been a bit of a mystery to me. I've known incredibly talented people working at very small papers (and stations) and some people at bigger places who couldn't tie their shoes. I can't help but wonder "how on earth did they wind up there?". Maybe they started in the mail room and worked their way up. Maybe they knew someone who knew someone. Maybe they had been there for a long time. Who knows?

But I've learned not to judge someone by the company they happen to work for.

 

[boundforboston]

Chip Brown is heading to Horns Digest, which seems to have added two other people recently as well. Anybody hear anything on this job?

 

[FusilliJerry]

Any update here?

 

[spikechiquet]

It's been announced by our Managing Editor here in Toledo that Rockets' beat writer Ryan Autullo will be taking over this job.
Best of luck to Ryan. A privilege to work with him the last 3+ years.

 

[valpo87]

Safe to say it isn't me, unless they call me in 3 ... 2 ... 1 .... BLAST!

 

[HappyCurmudgeon]

Interesting things happening on the Texas football beat. I see Anwar Richardson is going to cover it for Orangebloods.com

 

[FusilliJerry]

Congrats to Ryan.

 

[JSkebba]

I've gotten to know Ryan over the last couple years, he's going to do great work in Austin. Very, very deserving.